The Town with Matthew Belloni
The RingerPuck founding partner Matthew Belloni takes you inside Hollywood, using exclusive reporting and insight to explain the backstories on everything from Marvel movies to streaming wars. Multiple times each week, Matt will touch on what is getting made and why, who is winning and losing, and what people in show business are actually talking about.
| Publishes | Daily | Episodes | 484 | Founded | 3 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Category | Society & Culture | |||
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Matt is joined by Kevin Goetz, the CEO of Screen Engine/ASI, to discuss the world of test screenings. They dive into the importance of these test screenings, which filmmakers utilize the screenings (and which refuse), lessons learned while testing ‘S... more
Matt is joined by Bloomberg’s Lucas Shaw to look back on the first half of 2025 and highlight the stories they believe were most overcovered (01:47). Matt finishes the show with a prediction about the future of the Hulu brand (26:27).
For a 20 perce... more
Matt is joined by Debra Birnbaum, editor-in-chief of GoldDerby and former head of awards at Amazon Studios, to discuss the logistics of Emmy campaigning, how Emmy and Oscar campaigns differ, who actually votes, and the cost behind small and large cam... more
Matt is joined by David Kramer, the new CEO of United Talent Agency, to discuss his new position, how the talent representation business has changed, industry challenges like the content slowdown, the transition from linear to streaming, labor unrest... more
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- Way too adversarial
Instead of having a conversation and learning from his guests which I presume is why he invites them on the show, Matt argues with them and acts like he knows more than they do. This is not a courtroom, this is not investigative journalism. There might be some interviews where you need to ask a tough question. But this podcast is all about Matt. I like the call sheets but the rest is getting hard to listen to.
Apple Podcasts2Chantlady
United States2 months ago - YouTube Eats Hollywood
WARNING: Focus the conversation on YouTube impact and response now or face accelerating TV and movie viewership loss. I am astonished that this podcast is one of the only real Hollywood business podcasts, and yet you STILL DON'T SEEM TO UNDERSTAND THAT YOUTUBE IS SUCKING UP EVERY MARGINAL HOUR AND THIS IS AN EMERGENCY FOR HOLLYWOOD'S BUSINESS MODEL. I know you are scared to over-talk it, but guys it's this giant tidal wave now visible from Century City. YouTube is terrifying.
Apple Podcasts3bgyvju7osdn5cqz1wp4k6xt80f3i2aUnited States2 months ago - New Conspiracy
Matt ran the “sinners needs 300 million to break even” piece on Puck to put Craig’s Box Office draft at a disadvantage
Apple Podcasts5lalavava9182United States2 months ago - Thanks for Franklin
Matt, thank you for having Franklin Leonard on the pod, It was really great, especially in these times when so many in media are scared to challenge MAGA morons. You are awesome Matt.
Apple Podcasts5YupOkayUnited States2 months ago - AIG
APA will never get a break😂
Apple Podcasts5J,B and EUnited States3 months ago
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Spotify | #43 | United States/Society & Culture |
Apple Podcasts | #94 | United States/Society & Culture |
Apple Podcasts | #118 |  Canada/Society & Culture |
Apple Podcasts | #180 |  United Kingdom/Society & Culture |
Apple Podcasts | #242 |  Australia/Society & Culture |
Apple Podcasts | #80 |  Argentina/Society & Culture |
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The content focuses on the intricate dynamics of Hollywood, exploring various facets from exclusive reporting on entertainment news to the unfolding narratives within the film and streaming industries. Topics vary from the impact of YouTube creators transitioning to mainstream media, to the implications of powerful studios battling over box office performance, including companies like Disney and Netflix. Episodes also delve into the legal aspects surrounding high-profile cases and the evolving landscape of the creator economy, providing listeners with insights on what drives success and failure in the entertainment field. This podcast is unique in its candid discussions and analysis of the ever-changing elements that shape the industry, mak... more
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